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Citroen Berlingo vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (20,300 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Berlingo or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Citroen Berlingo vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo: Key differences

Citroen Berlingo

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • significantly more power
  • noticeably more electric range

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Berlingo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen Berlingo is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,300 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,302 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen Berlingo is only slightly more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 19.2 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Cargo. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 455 km, about 112 km more than the Citroen Berlingo.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo is moderately faster – reaching 160 km/h, while the Citroen Berlingo tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm more.

Berlingo

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Citroen Berlingo offers more seats – 7 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen Berlingo is clearly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 759 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen Berlingo carries a bit more – 840 kg compared to 753 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo is slightly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km
Citroen Berlingo
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Citroen Berlingo

The Citroën Berlingo is a charming, practical MPV that blends everyday versatility with a comfy ride and clever storage tricks that make life easier for families and small businesses. It won’t star in a sports-car ad, but its sensible layout, enormous load flexibility and friendly demeanor mean it often wins on plain common sense — perfect for school runs, weekend escapes and the odd IKEA mission.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Citroen Berlingo
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,300 - 34,700 £
Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
334 - 343 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
46 kWh
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 151 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,922 kg
Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,403 - 4,753 mm
Length
4,712 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,844 - 1,849 mm
Height
1,932 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
Payload
509 - 840 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 - 13.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VW
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